Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
dominicanus
ID:
783061

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mattos

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Loefgrenia 112: 1 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000782394

Common Names

  • Calycorectes Dominicanus
  • Dominicanus Calycorectes
  • Calycorectes

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Description

Calycorectes dominicanus (also called Dominican Calycorectes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is native to the Caribbean islands of Hispaniola and Puerto Rico. It is a woody, evergreen vine that grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Calycorectes dominicanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Calycorectes dominicanus has white flowers with a yellow center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calycorectes dominicanus is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 4 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings. Take a 4-6 inch cutting from a healthy stem and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in rooting hormone and place in a pot filled with a mixture of sand and peat moss. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm, bright location. Rooting should occur in 4-6 weeks.

Where to Find Calycorectes dominicanus

Calycorectes dominicanus can be found in the tropical forests of the Dominican Republic.

Calycorectes dominicanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calycorectes dominicanus?

Calycorectes dominicanus

What is the common name of Calycorectes dominicanus?

Dominican trumpet vine

What is the natural habitat of Calycorectes dominicanus?

It is native to tropical and subtropical forests in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,

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